January 12, 2023 in Emergency, Family Practice, News, Regional Medical Center
RMC Receives Grant from the Foundation for the Future of Delaware County
As a parent, navigating through illnesses with your children can be very scary. This winter season, there have been increased pediatric respiratory illnesses and hospitalizations including RSV and influenza. When a child is sick, it is important to suction their nasal passages to keep their airways as clear as possible....
Read MoreRMC Welcomes First Baby of 2023
Archer Ray Hepler was born on January 2, 2023 at Regional Medical Center in Manchester. Parents Travis and Kayla Hepler celebrated the new year welcoming their baby boy, Archer Ray, into the world. Dr. May and OB staff helped deliver the new bundle of joy at 6:41PM, weighing 8 pounds...
Read MoreDecember 28, 2022 in Auxiliary, News
RMC Welcomes New Therapy Dog
Regional Medical Center (RMC) is thrilled to welcome a new therapy dog to our facility. Jo Schreck, volunteer therapy dog handler, has a new friendly face to bring to see patients. Hannah, a golden retriever, is a Certified Therapy Dog that comes to RMC. She helps to provide comfort and...
Read MoreDecember 16, 2022 in News, Regional Medical Center
Regional Medical Center Reinstates Universal Masking
Effective on Friday, December 16, 2022 until further notice, Regional Medical Center and Regional Family Health clinics will resume universal masking. This is due to high respiratory illness and increased hospitalizations in our communities. Masks will continue to be provided and available upon entry to our facilities and clinics. Please...
Read MoreDecember 7, 2022 in News, Parent Education & Support
December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month
As we venture into the holiday season, it’s a great time to spread awareness and recognize that December is “Safe Toys and Gifts” month. While selecting the perfect gift for the children in your life, safety needs to be in the forefront of your mind. Injuries and accidents are common...
Read MoreNovember 30, 2022 in News, Parent Education & Support
Internet Safety For Kids
The internet is a great tool to learn, shop, play games and talk to your friends. However, the internet is also a very dangerous place for kids to roam free. Unfortunately, this is a platform where thieves and predators prey. It’s our responsibility as parents to teach our children how...
Read MoreNovember 30, 2022 in Auxiliary, News, OB
“My First Christmas” Stockings Given to Newborns
Manchester residents, Nathan & Hillary Vaske, welcomed their new baby girl on November 28, 2022 at Regional Medical Center (RMC). Soon after Laikyn Marie was born, she was given a Christmas stocking reading “My First Christmas”. This sweet baby girl was the first of many babies born now until Christmas...
Read MoreNovember 30, 2022 in News, Public Health
Learn How to Help Prevent Suicide
Unfortunately, more and more lives are being touched by suicide. Anyone can learn steps to help prevent suicide. Delaware County Public Health (DCPH) is hosting a FREE Suicide Prevention QPR Training on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. The training sessions will be held at Regional Medical Center in Manchester in the...
Read MoreNovember 29, 2022 in News, Radiology
Starmont Volleyball Supports Local Breast Cancer Patients
Representatives from the Starmont volleyball team paid a visit to Regional Medical Center (RMC) on Wednesday, November 23. These young ladies presented a check of $3,200.75 to the Radiology department’s “Pink Support Bag” fund. This fund allows our Radiology staff to purchase gift cards, comfort items and other things newly...
Read MoreNovember 28, 2022 in Auxiliary, Emergency, Family Practice, News
RMC Auxiliary Continues to Give Back
The RMC Auxiliary is a dedicated group of individuals in our community who care deeply about others and the services provided at Regional Medical Center. Recently, they donated funds to both the Emergency Department and Regional Family Health for equipment enhancements. The Emergency Department received $795.60 for the purchase of...
Read MoreNovember 18, 2022 in News, OB, Regional Medical Center
RSV Cases on the Rise
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a highly contagious illness most commonly affecting infants and toddlers. RSV cases have increased throughout the country, state and here at Regional Medical Center (RMC). Unfortunately, there is a very limited hospital capacity for seriously ill young children. “With the increase in cases, we are...
Read MoreNovember 17, 2022 in Family Practice, News, Public Health
It’s Not Too Late for Your Flu Shot
Influenza or the ‘flu’ is present and increasing in the state and Delaware County. As we move into the holiday season, it’s a great reminder that it is not too late to get your annual flu shot. Everyone ages 6 months and older are recommended to get a flu vaccine...
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